"The perfect starter kit for people curious about Buddhism-who may or may not adhere to another faith. A gentle, good-hearted primer whose first-person stories nicely support the how-to portions of the text."

– Publishers Weekly

"Highly recommended."

– Library Journal

"How wonderful to have such warmth and encouragement wrapped around such helpful, straightforward information!"

– Sylvia Boorstein, author of Don't Just Do Something, Sit There

"A thoughtful presentation and an open invitation to the reader to begin a meditation practice--a marvelous support to those new on the Path."

– Sharon Salzberg, author of Lovingkindness

"A magnificent book that moves with graceful clarity."

– Steven Smith, guiding teacher and co-founder of Vipassana Hawai'i